The Cincinnati Symphony Youth Orchestras consists of two full orchestras made up of 200 of the region’s most talented young musicians. CSYO accepts students in grades 7-12 who successfully pass a competitive audition and are members of their school’s band or orchestra program. At the center of the CSYO’s mission is reinforcing excellence in students, challenging them to expand their own boundaries, and promoting mastery of 21st century skills through the highest level of performance and collaboration. Ensembles rehearse weekly, perform up to five concerts per year, and receive access to musicians of the CSO as coaches and mentors.
The Philharmonic is the most advanced youth orchestra offered by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. This group performs four concerts in Music Hall and an annual Memorial Day concert in Eden Park at the Seasongood Pavilion. Students play full, unabridged symphonic repertoire from the classical canon and professional level pops, theater, and film arrangements. The Philharmonic rehearses on Sunday afternoons from 2-5 pm.
The Concert Orchestra is an advanced ensemble that presents three concerts per season. Students play full symphonic repertoire ranging from the classical canon to new works. The Concert Orchestra rehearses on Sunday afternoons from 1:30-4:00 pm and is under the direction of Felipe Morales-Torres.
CSYO challenges youth to rise to their potential as musicians, students, and leaders of tomorrow. In addition to twenty-first century skills and musical growth CSYO members leave the ensemble with a strong sense of self-discipline, increased confidence and the ability to listen respectfully and communicate effectively with others.
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